Ingredient Superstar - Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera

Country of Origin: United States of America

Botanical Name: Alo vera (L.)

Aloe Vera is a perennial plant with strong and fibrous roots, fleshy leaves with spike like edges. It’s native to East and South Africa, where there are reports of plants growing up to 60 feet, but it was introduced to the Caribbean and other tropical regions. Aloe Barbadensis Miller, the scientific name for the Aloe Vera plant, is the most common species of Aloe Vera and comes in two major species/colors; green and blue Aloe Vera. This translucent gel is made up of around 96% water, some organic and inorganic compounds, a type of protein which contains 18 of the 20 amino acids found in the body and lastly, Vitamins A, B, C and E.

We love this superstar ingredient because it has antiviral and antibacterial properties. It contains proteolytic enzymes which repair dead skin cells on the scalp.  It promotes hair growth, prevents itching on the scalp, reduces dandruff and conditions your hair.    Diane Gage, author of Aloe Vera: Nature's Soothing Healer says, "Keratin, the primary protein of hair, consists of amino acids, oxygen, carbon, and small amounts of hydrogen, nitrogen, and sulphur. Aloe vera has a chemical make up similar to that of keratin and it rejuvenates the hair with its own nutrients, giving it more elasticity and preventing breakage."   It also acts as a great conditioner and leaves the hair smooth and shiny.  Our Vanilla Milk Shake Hydrating Mist formula begins with Aloe Vera as it's base.  Your cupcake's curls and scalp will benefit from it's use.

FACT:  99% of all The Curl Shop products contain Aloe Vera!

Aloe vera's use in the treatment of seborrheic dermatitis is one of its claimed benefit for hair care that has been studied.  Seborrheic dermatitis (SD) is a skin disease that causes a pinkish-red rash and crusty, yellow-white scales on the surface of the skin, which may also be swollen and greasy. SD frequently develops on the face and scalp. When infants develop SD on their scalps, it is called cradle cap.

Researchers have suggested that the benefits of aloe vera for hair may be due, at least in part, to its ability to stimulate blood circulation and improve delivery of oxygen and nutrition to hair follicles.  One study found that treatment with aloe vera resulted in a significant reduction in itchiness, scaliness, and the size of the area affected by SD. Since SD can, in some cases, lead to temporary hair loss, this is one clear use of aloe vera for hair growth.  

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Matrell Hawkins - Contributor
The Curl Shop LLC

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